World Basketball Day was celebrated on 21 December.

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Category : Important Days Published on: December 23 2023

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World Basketball Day was celebrated on 21 December.
This day has been celebrated for the first time.
The United Nations General Assembly had announced to celebrate this day on August 2023.
The theme of the first edition of World Basketball Day is 'Basketball: Creating a lasting legacy for a better future'.
The day plays an important role in breaking down racial and political barriers, combating discrimination and reducing conflict.
Basketball was included in the Olympic Games in the year 1936.

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World Basketball Day was celebrated on 21 December.